Carlo Gavazzi Newsletter

Summer, 2019

Welcome to the Summer Edition of Carlo Gavazzi’s Newsletter. We’ve got many exciting things in the works, which will be unveiled by the Fall. Below you will find some recent activities and product launches.

Recently Released New Products

Over the course of the past several months we have released several new exciting products!

You can find a quick recap on new products from the past year here.

In May, we launched the game-changing SCTL55 Series IO-Link Smart Configurator. It provides a means to configure any IO-Link sensor with a wireless device that, in essence, replaces the need to program via a USB IO-Link Master connected to a PC or via a network connected master device. The only thing required is the IO-Link Smart Configurator.

This device is portable and could be used anywhere such as on the plant floor or in the office. The device is battery powered and equipped with WiFi for IODD files download. Hence there’s no need for power or a laptop. It is truly a user friendly, wireless solution.

In early 2019, we also launched the IBS, ICS and ICB Series Inductive Proximity Sensors with integrated IO-Link communications.

The IBS04, ICS05 and ICS08 Series represent the ideal solution for industrial automation applications where space is limited, but long switching distance is needed. They are available in robust Ø4mm, M5 or M8 stainless steel housings, with an M8 plug or two meter PVC cable.

The new generation of the ICB 12, 18 and 30 Series are a comprehensive family of high performance inductive proximity sensors for contactless and wear-free detection of metallic objects. They are available in durable nickel-plated brass housings, offered in three diameters: M12, M18 and M30, with an extended sensing distance range between 4 and 22 mm. They are also available with an M12 plug or two meter PVC cable.

Once connected to an IO-Link master, these sensors can be easily and completely configured; enabling additional advanced functionalities such as the detection counter (RPM) and the speed controller. Each sensor then becomes fully programmable and provides the means for hundreds of configurations in one single device.

We also announced the launch our new Capacitive Proximity Sensors with Integrated IO-Link in early 2019. Based on our 4th generation of TRIPLESHIELD™ sensors, the CA18CA and CA30CA Series represent the ideal solution for automation applications where sensor flexibility or sensing performance needs to be constantly and accurately monitored and logged. The sensors are housed in robust IP69K certified housings, which are ECOLAB approved.

Besides the full range of technical features provided by our capacitive sensor families, the IO-Link communication mode enables additional advanced functionalities such as: QoR (Quality of Run), QoT (Quality of Teach) and diagnostic parameters.

With IO-Link sensor communications, each sensor becomes fully programmable and customizable, allowing more than half a million setting combinations.

Earlier this year, we also announced the launch of our new RGTS Series Single-Phase Motor Soft-Starters. They can control 120 or 240VAC induction motors up to 25A / 3Hp.

The RGTS Series is a fully solid state solution. Wire bonding technology reduces the thermal and mechanical stresses of the output chips resulting in a longer lifetime compared to other assembled technologies or electro-mechanical solutions. The RGTS is a very simple soft starter requiring just two user adjustments. The motor ramp-up time, and initial torque, can be independently adjusted via the built-in potentiometers. The green LED indicates the supply voltage presence. The ramp-up and full-voltage indication are provided through an orange LED.

The RGTS Series does not require a dedicated control signal. Hence less wiring is involved. Despite its simplicity, this product solution can help to reduce motor starting current by 40% compared to a direct on-line start.

Also earlier this year, we also announced the launch of our new RG..M Series of Single-Phase Solid State Relays and Contactors featuring Integrated Monitoring. The RG..M consists of solid state switches that integrate monitoring features for quick and timely failure detection, besides the switching function. Timely failure detection eliminates the need for re-work and prevents scrap, leading to better production throughput and better quality products. Detection for mains loss, load loss, SSR open and short circuit, SSR internal fault and supply out of range are now possible without a need for external components. The RG..M of solid state contactors and relays is equipped with an Alarm LED for visual indication of fault presence, and an alarm transistor output for remote signaling.

The RG..M solid state relays are available with either an integrated heatsink, RGC..M or without the heatsink, RGS..M. Ratings go up to 660 VAC, 65 AAC (for the RGC..M) and 90 AAC (for the RGS..M). The RG..M Series is controlled with a 4 to 32VDC input signal, and must be supplied with 24 VDC.

Carlo Gavazzi TV

Carlo Gavazzi TV productions continue, in early July we rolled out three new videos, which you can see below. We’ve been sharing them on our various social media platforms (found at the bottom of this newsletter), feel free to ‘like’ or ‘share’ them.

We’re also posting them on our YouTube Channel, which you can find here.

The newest three videos are on Time Delay Relays, Miniature Circuit Breakers and Definite Purpose Contactors. Look for many more videos throughout 2019!

Make sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel to get instantaneous notifications whenever we post a new video!

Employee News

Employee Service Awards

CARLO GAVAZZI presented a couple of employees with their 5 Year Service Awards recently:

Ross Albu received his 5 Year Service Recognition Award from Fred Shirzadi.

Maureen O’Connell received her 5 Year Service Recognition Award from Fred Shirzadi.

Employee Appointments

In May, Ken Wagner was be appointed to the newly created position of National Product Line Manager – Controls.

Ken has been with Carlo Gavazzi approximately 19 years in various sales and market / product development roles. He brings decades of controls and automation expertise in sales, marketing, product management and technical roles. He also has an extensive background in factory automation, energy management, monitoring, and Fieldbus products and solutions.

Ken is responsible for overseeing all sales, promotion and personnel related to the Control product portfolio.

In other employee news, CARLO GAVAZZI has also recently hired some new employees:

Earlier in July, April Salas was appointed our new Customer Service Representative bolstering our existing staff, and adding her unique skill set to assist in supporting our growing customer base.

Also in July, Don Lammersfeld was appointed as our Application Specialist for Controls Products to add more technical support and application knowledge to our energy meters, monitoring relays, Dupline Fieldbus, timers, panel meters and temperature controls.

In March, Logan MacWebb was appointed as our Area Sales Manager for Michigan. Based out of eastern Michigan, Logan has worked in distribution for several years, gaining experience in industrial sales, while serving the automotive, aerospace, plastics, food & beverage and automation markets.

Also in March, Paula Bermúdez was appointed as our Area Sales Manager for all South American countries with the exception of Brazil. Paula has worked for manufacturers and distributors of automation / control products and also on automation projects. Based out of Colombia, Paula brings a much needed direct presence for Carlo Gavazzi in South America.

In February, Taylor Moody was appointed as our Area Sales Manager for Northern Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Based southwest of Fort Worth, Taylor brings extensive experience in outside sales, serving the industries prevalent in his respective territory.

In January, Sal Sanchez was appointed as our Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Clerk. The addition of Sal will improve the logistical efforts to support the growing demand for Carlo Gavazzi products.

Upcoming Trade Shows or Events

CARLO GAVAZZI will be exhibiting at the following trade shows during the next several months:

Pack Expo in Las Vegas from September 23-25 2019
AHR Expo in Orlando, FL from February 3-5, 2020
ATX West in Anaheim, CA from February 11-13, 2020

Please visit the Trade Show Page for more details.

Recent Trade Shows and Events

ATX West

In February, CARLO GAVAZZI exhibited at ATX West in Anaheim, CA. It is the west coast’s premier industrial trade show. Products showcased included an oversized version of our smart IO-Link configurator, IO-Link proximity sensors, our solid state relays/contactors, photoelectric and ultrasonic sensors, power supplies, contactors/overloads, miniature circuit protectors, soft starters and energy meters.

Shown in the picture (left to right): Ross Albu, Rosa Lopez, a giant IO-Link Smart Configurator and Jon Bach

AHR Expo

In January, CARLO GAVAZZI exhibited at AHR 2019, which was held in Atlanta, GA. On display were our scroll compressor soft starters, definite purpose contactors, energy meters, solid state relays, miniature circuit protectors, and our current-, voltage-, phase-monitoring relays. The AHR Expo is the premier trade show for the HVAC and Building Automation industries. Next year's show will be in Orlando, FL.

Shown in the picture (left to right): Jason Demicoli, Jim Dunn, Rafal Pabich, Joshua Gray and Clayton Farrugia

Distributor Training

Our next two distributor trainings are scheduled for October 16-17 2019 and April 22-23 2020. Please register today from here.

Below, you’ll see a picture of our attendees from our April 2019 Distributor Training

Attendees, shown left to right: Will Morris of Allied Electronics & Automation, Jason Hensel of PCC, Bryan Botts of ECD, John Boyle of Brundage Associates, Elwyn Jones of Sure Controls, Tom Miceli of Brundage Associates, Nick Battaglia of NAC Group, Ashley Cowling of Sure Controls, Shawn Brune, Ric Mohri and Jordan Berlund of NAC Group.

Summer Newsletter Trivia Contest

Since we’re offering up such an awesome prize to this month’s trivia question, a CARLO GAVAZZI branded JBL Charge 2+ Wireless/Splashproof Bluetooth Speaker, the answer requires answering a two to three part question.

What is the link to our You Tube Channel? Also, are you subscribing? If not, why?

Email your answer, with “TRIVIA CONTEST” in your subject line to: Sales@CarloGavazzi.com

After gathering all of the correct answers in late August, we will select a grand prize winner who will receive the JBL Charge 3 Wireless/Splashproof Bluetooth Speaker.

Winter Newsletter Winner

This past Winter, Chris Steigerwald of Gaumer Process emailed in the correct answer to our trivia question and won a JBL Charge 3 Wireless/Splashproof Bluetooth Speaker, and had his name randomly drawn from all the correct entrants.

His Area Sales Manager, Travis Williams is pictured below on the right, as he presented the prize to Chris. Congrats again, Chris!

Carlo Gavazzi has sales offices spread across North America. Contact us today:

Canada 888.575.2275 Gavazzi@CarloGavazzi.com	U.S.A 847.465.6100 Info@CarloGavazzi.com	Mexico 52.55.5373.7042 MexicoSales@CarloGavazzi.com
Brazil 55.11.3052.0832 info@carlogavazzi.com.br	South America 847.947.9713 SouthAmerica@CarloGavazzi.com

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